Feasibility of Integrating Indirect Calorimetry (IC) Technology in Primary Care

Colorado Center for Chronic Care Innovations, Inc.75 enrolled

Overview

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of using indirect calorimetry (IC) within a comprehensive weight reduction program. Will individuals that receive a personalized nutrition program, at baseline, from IC technology respond better to treatment compared to individuals receiving IC technology at three months.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Masking

SINGLE

Enrollment

Conditions

Obesity Hypertension

Interventions

Individualized IC treatmentBEHAVIORAL

Individuals will receive IC measurement at baseline and three months. Nutrition and physical activity plan will be developed and adjusted from measured RMR and lifestyle.

Usual CareBEHAVIORAL

Individuals will receive standard dietary plan. Women will receive 1200 Kcal/day and men will receive 1600 Kcal/day. Individuals will receive RMR measurement at three months. RMR information will be used to help improve eating behavior.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 70 YearsHealthy volunteers:

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * BMI greater than 30 kg/m2 * 18-70 years of age Exclusion Criteria: * No participation in other weight loss efforts outside study. * Pregnant or lactating

Locations (1)

Colorado Center for Chronic Care Innovations

Westminster, Colorado, United States

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Bodyweight

Time frame: Six Months

Secondary Outcomes

Psychobehavioral: Self-Efficacy

Time frame: Six Months

Quality Life

Time frame: Six Months

Blood Pressure

Time frame: Six Months

Eating Behavior

Time frame: Six Months

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.